Cardiovascular
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Underuse of Preoperative Testing Before Index Peripheral Vascular Interventions for Claudication in the Outpatient Setting.
August 30, 2026 · Annals of vascular surgery
Key takeaway
Black adults are more likely to have important pre-surgery tests skipped for leg circulation problems. This matters because these tests help doctors plan the best treatment, and not having them could lead to worse care for us.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in cardiovascular helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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